2024+ 4th Gen Tacoma - Resetting Maintenance Reminders

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Your 4th Gen Tacoma has TWO separate maintenance reminder systems that frequently confuse owners. After service, you often need to reset both systems separately. Here's how to clear them using your steering wheel controls.

(Reference: Owner's Manual, pg. 515, 526)

Resetting Maintenance Reminder, Reset Maintenance Light, Maintenance Required Light​

The 2024+ Tacoma tracks maintenance through TWO independent systems accessed via the Multi-Information Display (MID). This is a change from 3rd Gen Tacomas which had a single maintenance reminder.

System 1: Scheduled Maintenance Indicator

• Tracks comprehensive service intervals (typically 5,000 miles)
• Covers oil changes, tire rotations, inspections, and fluid checks
• Reset after completing scheduled maintenance per Toyota's maintenance schedule
• Menu: Settings → Vehicle Settings → Scheduled Maintenance

System 2: Oil Maintenance Indicator

• Tracks engine oil life specifically
• Independent from Scheduled Maintenance system
• Typical interval: 10,000 miles (normal driving) or 5,000 miles (severe duty: dusty/dirt roads)
• Reset after engine oil changes
• Menu: Settings → Vehicle Settings → Oil Maintenance

CRITICAL: These systems do NOT auto-sync. After a comprehensive 5,000-mile service that includes an oil change, you need to reset BOTH indicators separately.

When to Reset Each Indicator​

Reset "Scheduled Maintenance" When:​

After completing maintenance according to Toyota's maintenance schedule:

• 5,000 mile services (oil change + tire rotation + multi-point inspection)
• 10,000 mile services (more comprehensive checks)
• Any service interval per Toyota's maintenance schedule
• After completing ALL scheduled maintenance items for that interval

Source: Owner's Manual page 515

Reset "Oil Maintenance" When:​

After changing the engine oil:

• You perform an oil change between scheduled service intervals
• Oil was changed as part of scheduled service (reset BOTH indicators in this case)
• Following any oil-only service

Source: Owner's Manual page 526

Display Type Identification​

Your Tacoma has one of two Multi-Information Display configurations:

7-Inch Display:

• Standard on SR, SR5 trims
• Smaller central MID between speedometer and tachometer
• Uses directional pad on left steering wheel control

12.3-Inch Display:

• Standard on Limited and TRD Pro trims
• Available as upgrade package on TRD Sport and TRD Off-Road
• Larger high-resolution display
• Requires holding Settings button to activate cursor mode first

Both displays access the same menu structure. Only the initial navigation differs slightly.

Reset Procedures​

Scheduled Maintenance Reset - 7-Inch Display​

1. Press Up or Down of the meter control switch to select the Settings icon
2. Press Left or Right to select "Vehicle Settings" and then press and hold the Settings button
3. Press Up/Down to select "Scheduled Maintenance" and then press the Settings button
4. Press Up/Down to select "Yes" and then press the Settings button

Button Reference:

• Settings button = Gear icon on meter control switch
• Up/Down navigation = Meter control switch (left side of steering wheel)
• Left/Right navigation = Meter control switch

Source: Owner's Manual page 515

Scheduled Maintenance Reset - 12.3-Inch Display​

1. Press and hold the Settings button to display the cursor on the content display area (center) of the multi-information display
2. Press Up or Down of the meter control switches to select "Settings" and then press the Settings button
3. Press Up or Down to select "Vehicle Settings" and then press and hold the Settings button
4. Press Up or Down to select "Scheduled Maintenance" and then press the Settings button
5. Press Up or Down to select "Yes" and then press the Settings button

Display Activation Note: The 12.3-inch display requires activating cursor mode FIRST (Step 1) before menu navigation. This is unique to the larger display system and is a common point of confusion for new owners.

Source: Owner's Manual page 515

Oil Maintenance Reset - 7-Inch Display​

1. Press Up or Down of the meter control switch to select the Settings icon
2. Press Left or Right to select "Vehicle Settings" and then press and hold the Settings button
3. Press Up/Down to select "Oil Maintenance" and then press the Settings button
4. Press Up/Down to select "Yes" and then press the Settings button

Note: The Oil Maintenance menu path is nearly identical to Scheduled Maintenance. The only difference is selecting "Oil Maintenance" instead of "Scheduled Maintenance" in Step 3.

Source: Owner's Manual page 526

Oil Maintenance Reset - 12.3-Inch Display​

Follow the same pattern as Scheduled Maintenance reset for 12.3-inch display, with one menu difference:

1. Press and hold the Settings button to display cursor on center display
2. Press Up or Down to select "Settings" and press the Settings button
3. Press Up or Down to select "Vehicle Settings" and press and hold the Settings button
4. Press Up or Down to select "Oil Maintenance" (not "Scheduled Maintenance") and press the Settings button
5. Press Up or Down to select "Yes" and press the Settings button

DIY Maintenance and Warranty Considerations​

You can perform some maintenance procedures yourself. Be aware that do-it-yourself maintenance may affect warranty coverage.

Toyota recommends using Toyota repair manuals.

For details about warranty coverage, refer to the separate "Owner's Warranty Information Booklet" or "Owner's Manual Supplement".

Source: Owner's Manual page 515

Warranty Context:

• Performing DIY oil changes does NOT void your powertrain warranty
• Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act protects DIY maintenance rights
• However, you must maintain service records (receipts, dates, mileage)
• Toyota can deny claims if lack of maintenance caused the failure
• Resetting indicators without performing actual service = poor practice

Record Keeping Best Practice:

• Keep all oil and filter receipts
• Log dates and mileage of DIY services
• Take photos of odometer readings during service
• Toyota Connected Services may log reset actions with timestamp/mileage

Tips from the Tacoma Community​

Check Which Reminder is Actually Displayed Before Resetting

The most common mistake: resetting the wrong reminder system. One Tacoma4G forum user stated: "I was resetting the oil maintenance reminder instead of the 'scheduled maintenance' reminder. Once I reset the 'scheduled' reminder, the notification cleared."

Always READ the actual message on your display before navigating to the settings menu. Match your menu selection to what the display is showing.

Source: Tacoma4G.com community forums

Use Steering Wheel Controls for Navigation

Menu navigation is done entirely from steering wheel controls on the left side. No need to touch the center touchscreen. This allows resets without taking your eyes off the road or reaching toward the center console.

Source: 4thGenTacoma.com community discussions

Reset Both Systems After Comprehensive Service

If you perform comprehensive 5,000-mile service (oil change + tire rotation + inspection), you need to reset BOTH "Scheduled Maintenance" AND "Oil Maintenance" indicators separately. They don't auto-sync.

This is particularly important after dealer service or DIY full maintenance. Resetting only one system will leave the other notification active.

Source: Tacoma4G.com community forums

Common Confusion Points​

"I reset Scheduled Maintenance but the oil light is still on"

You have two separate indicators. You must reset both after comprehensive service. The Scheduled Maintenance reset does not automatically reset the Oil Maintenance indicator.

Check which indicator is actually displayed and reset the appropriate system.

"Reset didn't work"

Common causes:

• You're in the wrong menu (Scheduled vs Oil Maintenance)
• You accidentally selected "No" on the final confirmation screen which cancels the reset
• On 12.3-inch display, cursor mode wasn't activated first (Step 1)

If the message persists after 30 seconds, cycle the ignition (OFF → ON) and check if you need to reset the opposite indicator.

"How do I know which reset I need?"

Look at the actual message displayed on your Multi-Information Display:

• "Scheduled Maintenance Required" → Use Scheduled Maintenance reset
• "Engine Oil Maintenance Required" → Use Oil Maintenance reset
• After full comprehensive service → Reset BOTH to be safe

Understanding Toyota's Maintenance Intervals​

Toyota's official maintenance intervals explain why two separate tracking systems exist:

Oil Change Intervals:

• Normal driving: Every 10,000 miles or 12 months
• Severe duty (dusty/dirt roads): Every 5,000 miles or 6 months

The turbocharged T24A-FTS engine with synthetic 0W-20 oil can safely extend oil changes to 10,000 miles under normal conditions.

Source: Toyota official maintenance documentation

Comprehensive Maintenance Intervals:

• Every 5,000 miles regardless of driving conditions
• Includes: Oil change, tire rotation, brake inspection, fluid level checks, wiper blade inspection

Why Two Systems:

Toyota separates oil tracking from comprehensive maintenance because:

• Oil life monitoring is temperature and time dependent
• The i-FORCE turbocharged engine operates under higher thermal stress
• Independent oil tracking allows more frequent oil changes without affecting service interval display
• Prevents users from skipping oil changes between comprehensive services
• Tire rotations, inspections, and filters have different intervals than engine oil

You can perform oil-only service at 10,000 miles while the comprehensive service reminder stays at the 5,000-mile interval.

Menu Navigation Tips​

Button Location and Operation:

• The meter control switches are on the LEFT side of the steering wheel
• The Settings button (gear icon) has tactile feedback when pressed
• "Press and hold" (7-inch display Step 2) requires about 2 seconds hold time
• Navigation can be done with vehicle in ACC or ON mode (engine doesn't need to be running)

Post-Reset Verification:

• The indicator should clear immediately upon completing the reset
• If the message persists after 30 seconds, cycle ignition (OFF → ON)
• Check if the opposite indicator has appeared (you may need both resets)
• Take note of current mileage - next service will be current mileage + 5,000 miles (comprehensive) or + 10,000 miles (oil only)

12.3-Inch Display Cursor Mode:

Forum users with the premium 12.3-inch display initially struggled with the "hold Settings button to activate cursor" first step. This is unique to the larger display and not required on the 7-inch display. Several users missed this step and couldn't navigate menus until they discovered this requirement.

Always start with cursor activation on 12.3-inch displays before attempting menu navigation.

Source: 4thGenTacoma.com community feedback

Recommended Products for DIY Maintenance​

For owners performing their own maintenance, these products match Toyota specifications:

Engine Oil:

• Toyota Genuine 0W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil
• Any ILSAC GF-6A or API SP certified 0W-20 oil

Oil Filters:

• Toyota Genuine Oil Filter (Part varies by engine)
• Quality aftermarket filters meeting Toyota specifications

Tools:

• Oil drain pan (8+ quart capacity)
• Torque wrench for drain plug
• Filter wrench if needed

Note: Using correct specifications is critical for warranty protection. Always verify products match your engine requirements.

Manual Pages Reference​

The procedures in this thread are compiled from the following pages of your 2024+ Toyota Tacoma Owner's Manual:

Primary Pages:

• Page 515: Scheduled Maintenance reset procedure (both 7-inch and 12.3-inch displays)
• Page 526: Oil Maintenance reset procedure (both display types)

A PDF containing just these relevant pages from your owner's manual can be downloaded from the thread resources.

Source Attribution​

Owner's Manual Pages:

• Page 515: Scheduled Maintenance reset procedures and DIY warranty disclaimer
• Page 526: Oil Maintenance reset procedures and post-oil-change context

Additional Sources:

• Tacoma4G.com community forums
• 4thGenTacoma.com community discussions
• Toyota official maintenance documentation

Disclaimer:

This guide is derived from the official 2024+ Toyota Tacoma Owner's Manual with supplementary information from the owner community and authoritative sources. Always follow your official owner's manual for warranty compliance. This is a reference guide only.

The information provided is accurate to the best of our knowledge but may not reflect updates or changes made by Toyota. Always verify procedures against your vehicle's specific owner's manual before performing maintenance or reset procedures.

For warranty questions, consult your Toyota dealer or refer to the Owner's Warranty Information Booklet provided with your vehicle.